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Old 09-10-2012, 09:59 AM   #1
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September 10, 2012 - Concept Car

Car of the future?



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The basic theory behind this structural skin is that the core is the strongest part of the vehicle, while the outer extremities (the structural surface) displays relative flexibility. This is the basic concept behind the reduction of shock from external elements.

An elastic capsule surrounds the driver and works to reduce/ prevent injuries in event of a collision. Elastic working at the concept’s rear helps it to get back on its wheels if it is ever knocked off upside down. The wheels are a special arrangement, each with a number of sections.
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Old 09-10-2012, 11:29 AM   #2
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With the sectioned tires, police tire strips won't stop it
... sort of "takes a stickin' but keeps on tickin'
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Old 09-10-2012, 11:53 AM   #3
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Looks like a hot rod from Mars.
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Old 09-10-2012, 02:19 PM   #4
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Looks like one of my kids' toys
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Old 09-10-2012, 02:30 PM   #5
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Looks like one of my kids' toys
Yeah, well...

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Old 09-10-2012, 03:58 PM   #6
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Mind you, anything that can survive Thor......
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Old 09-10-2012, 08:48 PM   #7
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Why tyres at all?

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Old 09-15-2012, 05:44 AM   #8
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Imagine those open tires in a busy Sears parking lot. Just add soccer moms and a few drunks.
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